New heights of luxury have hit the St. Pete scene.

(The hotel is listed on theU.S.

National Register of Historic Placesand is a member of theHistoric Hotels of America.)

The exterior of Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club

Credit:Jeff Herron/Courtesy of Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club

New and returning guests alike will appreciate the updated hotels homages to its glamorous past.

Theres even a new 2,000-square-foot spa and wellness area.

Some things remain, gloriously, the same.

The lobby at Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club

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Take the rocking chairs on the front porch, a Vinoy tradition since opening day.

Now, there are bespoke chairs designed by the Rockwell Group, complemented by a bar.

We focused on adding crisp and luxurious materiality while making sure The Vinoys incredible water views were accentuated throughout.

The exterior and pool at Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club

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Prioritizing preservation has two advantages: it’s eco-conscious and it honors the hotel’s long legacy.

Opening this summer is Parasol, a Latin Americaninspired poolside restaurant also with unbeatable waterfront views.

And in the pipeline is a fine-dining restaurant.

Lottie at Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club

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Head up to your room to experience relaxed luxury.

We would argue theres never been a better time to check into this pink paradise by the sea.

Rooms start at $450.

Interior of Veranda Bar at Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club

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To learn more about Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club, head over tovinoy.com.

A guest room at Vinoy St. Petersburg Resort and Golf Club

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